This easy No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake recipe is an easy no-bake dessert recipe. It's a creamy chocolate mousse cheesecake that's perfect for celebrating any holiday or regular 'ol Tuesday.
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of a no-bake chocolate cheesecake with this irresistible easy recipe. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, this quick and easy dessert recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without even turning on the oven.
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No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
No bake cheesecakes are an easy and delicious way to celebrate any holiday, birthday, or regular 'ol Tuesday night. They are so easy to make, only take a few minutes to make, and can be made ahead of time too.
This Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake is a family favorite. Thankfully, it's also an easy no bake recipe so you don't even need to turn on the oven. I love drizzling a little Hershey syrup and a dollop of whipping cream on top - talk about decadent!
If No Bake Cheesecakes are your thing, there are a couple more you've gotta try. This Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust Pie or Nilla Wafers Recipe is a favorite around the holidays, and this Nutella Cheesecake is perfect for your Nutella Lovers. And of course, you can't go wrong with a classic No-bake Cheesecake and even try it with this Homemade Crust. There are so many great variations to try.
No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Ingredients
- Cream Cheese- You can use the full-fat or the part-skim version. The full-fat cream cheese has a little smoother texture and more of a deep flavor.
- Powdered Sugar- This works great to sweeten the cheesecake without weighing it down.
- Whipping Cream- Heavy whipping cream works great in this recipe. When mixed with the cream cheese, it makes for a mousse-like texture.
- Cocoa Powder- This is what adds that lovely rich chocolate flavor.
- Vanilla-The recipe is great with a splash of real vanilla extract, but it'll taste great without it too.
Chocolate No Bake Cheesecake Toppings
- Whipped Cream
- Macerated Strawberries
- Strawberry Sauce
- Fresh Berries
- Hot Fudge
- Crushed Candies
- Crushed Cookies
How To Make No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Filling
- Whip the cream. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside. ( It will whip faster if the bowl is cold)
- Make the cheesecake filling. In an electric mixer with the beater attachment, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar and Cocoa Powder to the cream cheese. Beat again until fluffy. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until light and fluffy.
- Add to crust. Pour the mixture into a prepared graham cracker or cookie crust.
- Chill. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until ready to serve. (You can refrigerate this no-bake chocolate Pie recipe for up to 24 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Recipe Variations for No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake
Here are a few easy recipe variation ideas for you to try. Feel free to create your own ideas by mixing and matching flavors.
- No Bake Mint Chocolate Cheesecake: Infuse a refreshing twist into your no-bake chocolate cheesecake by adding a hint of peppermint extract or crushed mint chocolate. The cool minty flavor complements the rich chocolatey goodness.
- Salted Caramel No Bake Cheesecake: Elevate the sweetness by drizzling a luscious layer of salted caramel over the chocolate cheesecake. The combination of creamy cheesecake, chocolate, and salted caramel creates a decadent treat.
- No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake: Create a Reese's-inspired masterpiece by swirling in peanut butter throughout the chocolate cheesecake or adding a peanut butter drizzle on top. The combination of peanut butter and chocolate is a classic crowd-pleaser.
- Raspberry Ripple Chocolate Cheesecake: Introduce a fruity flair by incorporating a raspberry coulis or fresh raspberry swirls into the cheesecake. The tartness of the raspberries perfectly balances the richness of the chocolate.
- No Bake Coconut Chocolate Cheesecake: Transport your taste buds to the tropics by adding shredded coconut to the chocolate cheesecake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yup! Once the cheesecake has been completely set (but before you add any toppings), wrap it well in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months. To thaw, simply put it in the fridge overnight, or you can let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Just before serving, top with whipped cream and serve like new!
You can cover and refrigerate this No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake for up to 3 days. It’s a good idea to hold off on the whipped cream until just before you serve, if possible.
Storing And Freezing
- Refrigerator: store lightly covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: you can freeze no bake cheesecake for up to 2 months. You can actually serve it frozen, or let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes first.
Chocolate No Bake Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 6 tablespoon Butter (melted)
- 1½ cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
- ¼ cup Sugar
- pinch Cinnamon (optional)
Cheesecake
- 1¼ cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 16 oz Cream Cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 6 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Instructions
Graham Cracker Crust
- Combine butter, graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon (optional) and mix well.
- Press mixture firmly into a 9" pie plate or springform pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 8 minutes or freeze unbaked for 1 hour.
No Bake Cheesecake
- In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- In an electric mixer with the beater attachment, beat cream cheese until fluffy. (Note: Make sure your cream cheese is room temperature or the mixture will be lumpy. Can microwave for 40-45 seconds to soften.)
- Add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the cream cheese. Beat until fluffy.
- Slowly add the whipped cream and mix until light and fluffy.
- Pour mixture into prepared graham cracker crust.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours or until ready to serve.
Nutrition
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This easy No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe is an easy no-bake dessert recipe. It's a creamy chocolate mousse cheesecake recipe and is the perfect way to celebrate any holiday or regular 'ol Tuesday.
Cindy
Can a ready made crust be used 6oz chocolate crust (keebler)
Nellie
What is the weight of 2 pkg of cream cheese?
Jill Baird
Each package of cream cheese is 8 ounces, so 16 ounces of cream cheese for the recipe.
Cindy
Can a ready made crust be used 6oz chocolate crust (keebler)
Jill Baird
You bet!
Claudette
The best NO-BAKE chocolate cheesecake.
Easy breezy,rich,light,crust to died for
Oreo cookies double stuffed instead of gram cracker
Over the top with flavor
Winner at BQ
Thx C
Claudette
The best NO-BAKE chocolate cheesecake.
Easy breezy,rich,light,Decadent superb crust
Oreo cookies double stuffed instead of gram cracker
Over the top with flavor
Winner at BQ
Thx C